(CHICAGO) Katten announced today that the firm is promoting a cohort of 12 attorneys to join the partnership, effective September 1.

"We’re incredibly proud of this group of talented attorneys. Their promotion reflects years of hard work and dedication they've devoted to their clients and colleagues," said Katten Chairman Gil Soffer. "These new partners embody the high-performance culture central to our Katten 2030 Strategic Plan. As we continue to invest in and recognize top talent, we’re confident this group will build on our tradition of delivering the exceptional counsel that our clients value."

The firm's Executive Committee unanimously approved the promotion of the following attorneys to partner:

  • Thomas Artaki, Securities Litigation, New York
  • Vinny Baumann, Affordable Housing and Community Development, Washington, DC
  • Julia Brook, Mergers & Acquisitions/Private Equity, Chicago
  • Joseph Carlson, Private Credit, Chicago
  • Andrew Pecoraro, Appeals and Critical Motions, Washington, DC
  • Corey Peterson, Commercial Litigation, Washington, DC
  • Michael Rosella, Restructuring, New York
  • Joseph Shealy, Structured Finance and Securitization, Charlotte
  • Michael Sherlock, Private Wealth, Chicago
  • Henry Stapp, Real Estate Investment and Finance, Charlotte
  • Grace Thompson, Restructuring, New York
  • Brigitte Wood, Investment Management and Trading, London